Meatballs and croquettes are an essential part of the Belgian cuisine, and Balls &amp; Glory make the best dishes based on this tradition. It is the perfect place to enjoy lunch or an aperitif with friends and family, with many options. It is located in the Theaterplein, where you can enjoy a lovely local market every Saturday and Sunday .

Image of a group of fluffy rolls with sesame seeds on a wooden cutting board. Next to the rolls is a small bowl containing butter and herbs as well as a jar with an orange drink.

Balls & Glory

At this newly renovated place, located only 5 minutes away from Citybox, you can try bowls and wraps inspired by Middle East cities. Come to our reception and claim your discount card.



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Picture from inside the restaurant "Yababa" in Antwerp. There are several booths and tables in a brown color. Green plants with red flowers hang from the ceiling, together with various lamps.

10% discount at Yababa

If you are looking for a place to try local beers and have delicious hot dogs, chicken wings, and nachos in a very cool place with good music, Billie&#8217;s is your place. It is very close to the Groenplaats, in the city center, and is pet-friendly, as its name and decoration come from its owners&#8217; bulldog.

Billie’s

At the traditional De Koninck Brewery, you can try the most popular local beers and have a nice dinner in one of their various restaurants: Black Smoke Barbeque, The Butcher&#8217;s Son culinary restaurant, De Pelgrim Pub, and Repasse restaurant. You can also book a brewery tour, tastings, and more experiences. Our favorite beer? Definetely the Bolleke!

Picture of the inside of the brewery "De Koninck" in Antwerp. The interior consists of dark wood with black details, as well as a wall layer of cobblestone. In the photo, there is a man standing behind the bar.

De Koninck Brewery

Fries are a Belgian classic, but at Frites Atelier, you can try a unique combination with a gourmet twist by the former 2-Michelin star chef Sergio Herman, as well as croquettes and burgers in a cozy pub-like environment. Do you really need further convincing? This should be one of your first stops while you&#8217;re in Antwerp.

The picture shows a restaurant with chairs and tables on either side of the entrance. The facade and door are black with gold details and lettering.

Frites Atelier

Did you know that an average Belgian eats 75kg of fried potatoes every year? Try the traditional Belgian fries, snacks, and sauces in the newly renovated, Frituur&#8217; t Stad. You&#8217;ll find it right in the City Center, and they have very affordable prices. To complement your fries, we recommend trying snacks such as currywurst, bicky burger, stoveless, or cervela.

Close-up of a disposable cup with fresh french fries being refilled. The french fries are thick and golden.

Frituur ‘t Stad

This Moroccan restaurant specializes in pancake wraps with different delicious fillings. They also serve delicious soups, salads, mocktail mojitos, and smoothies. It has a beautiful terrace and is within walking distance of the Grote Markt.

Close-up of a dish of msemen topped with various vegetables. On the right of the picture there is a tray with a bowl of olives, a red drink and a cutout of a plate.

Msemen

Kalura Pizza is a small but cozy Italian pizza place, located only 10 minutes from Citybox. So if you&#8217;re a sucker for pizza, like the rest of us, this is the definitely the place to visit! 



Their delicious pizzas are baked in a stone oven, which gives a unique smoky flavor. One bite of their wonderful pizzas and you would think that you&#8217;ve gone to Italy instead of Antwerp.

In the picture, there is a marble-covered table with a pizza with ham and mushrooms in focus. In the background there is a bottle and a glass of lemonade, as well as a vase with straw as decoration.

Kalura Pizza

With a unique Indonesian-inspired cuisine, Murni offers fresh, healthy, vegetarian, and vegan plates. It is located in the chic zone of Zuid, in front of the recently renovated Royal Arts Museum.

Pictured is a wooden table with seating for two people. On the plate are coarse slices of bread with avocado, salad and halloumi cheese. In the background there are cutlery, salt, pepper and a menu.

Murni

Located only 2 minutes away from Citybox, this small sandwich place is very popular among students in the area. It is the perfect place to start your day and we recommend having your breakfast here. 



The sandwich shop offers soups, salads, and baked goods at very affordable prices. It&#8217;s perfect to if you want to have a delicious bite on the go.

Image of a counter with three white paper boxes of food. One with baked goods and two with fruit and cheese. There are also six small plastic boxes of yogurt, blueberries and granola, as well as bottles of sparkling wine and orange juice.

Oliver’s Sandwich & Salad Bar

I mean, there is always room for dessert, right? If you are in Antwerp, Quetzal is definitely the best option. They offer a wide variety of chocolate-based ice cream, fondue, brownies, hot beverages, and more. Its hard to recommend just one thing, but if you&#8217;re a sucker for hot chocolate cakes, this is one of the best. Go for the &#8220;intense&#8221; choice. You will not be disappointed!

Image of 4 oblong plates with fruit, whipped cream, brownies and small bowls of melted chocolate. Next to the plates are three large bowls of melted chocolate.

Quetzal

If you went to Antwerp and did not pass by the Cathedral of Our Lady, you are missing out! Its gothic style is a milestone in the history of architecture. 



To add to the cathedral&#8217;s beauty, there are unique stained-glass windows, as well as works of Peter Paul Rubens. They were taken by Napoleon and returned in 1918. In the back of the cathedral you will find the statue of orphan Nello and his dog Patrache. It is based on the novel A Dog in Flanders, a touching story about friendship and loyalty (which we also recommend you read).

Picture of the Catherdral of Our Lady in Antwerp

Cathedral of Our Lady

Right by the central station you will find the Antwerp Zoo. Established in 1843, it is the oldest zoo in Belgium and is home to 8 000 exotic animals from all over the world. 



Inside the zoo, it is so peaceful you&#8217;ll forget you&#8217;re in the center of the city. Our favorite area has to be the Butterfly Garden, an immersive area with more than 600 flying beauties. You can take a stroll in the zoo but also engage in different activities, such as talks by keepers, or watch scuba divers in the reef aquarium.



Antwerp Zoo is open all days of the year, from 10:00-18:00. The zoo is only a 9-minute walk away from the Central Station and Chocolate Nation.

This image shows a meerkat, perched atop a log in an outdoor setting. The meerkat is standing on its hind legs with its front paws resting on the log and its snout pointed forward.

Antwerp Zoo

Say Belgium and chocolate immediately comes to mind. The Belgian chocolate is world-famous. The love story between this small country and the sweet delight has been thriving for generations. 



In 14 thematic rooms, they take you on a 60 to 90-minute journey and tell you the story of our Belgian chocolate. During your tour through the museum, you will find chocolate traditions, history, brands, products, and innovations that have built its worldwide reputation. Chocolate Nation is only 6 minutes away by foot from our hotel!

Two women is getting their picture taken in a spiral staircase by a man. Hanging from the ceiling are pink spirals covered in matching fringe. On the floor are oval tables with tall chocolate figures inside glass cylinders.

Chocolate Nation

This is not only the heart of the old town of Antwerp. De Grote Markt is also the perfect place to kickstart your walking tour through the historical quarter. 



The &#8220;Big Market&#8221; is home to the city hall of Antwerp, built in the 16th century in the Renaissance style; to the Brabo Fountain, which represents the tale that gives the name to the city, as well to several bars and their &#8220;terraces.&#8221; On sunny days, nothing is better than a Belgian beer and snacks at one of the terraces!

In the foreground on the image there is a statue of a man in a front of a tall building. The building is decorated with gold details and flags. A golden statue of a bird can be seen at the top of the building.

De Grote Markt

Rediscover this hidden heritage now. The underground tunnel system still shows its fascinating and rich history. A visit to De Ruien, with its old vaults, canals, bridges, sewers, and locks, reflects the historic city center above your head, with many interesting facts and mysterious anecdotes from a distant and recent past.



Did you know that the Jesuits largely vaulted De Ruien to make room for the beautiful Sint-Carolus Borromeuskerk on Hendrik Conscienceplein?

Image of a brick tunnel with gray and red bricks. There is light on the left wall.

De Ruien

What used to be the fortification&#8217;s entrance in Antwerp nowadays works as a visitor center and cruise terminal. It has some attractions such as &#8220;The Antwerp Story,&#8221; where you will get introduced to the city. It is a perfect place to get more information about the city and buy presents at the official store!

Picture of a stone castle with a bridge towards the entrance. In front of the castle there is a statue of a man posing with his arms on his hips.

Het Steen

The Meir street, which once used to be an avenue with a canal, connects Citybox to the heart of town. It is also one of the most important shopping streets in all of Belgium. Besides several international brands, you also have historical Rococo buildings such as Stadsfeeszaal, Galeria Inno, and Palace in Meir. 



Shops are usually open from 10:00 until 18:00, from Monday-Saturday, and every first Sunday of the month.

Picture shows a group of people walking down a street made up of tall buildings on either side. Pride flags as decoration is stretching across the street. The sky is blue with some white clouds.

Meir Street

Located by the river Schelde, the MAS exhibits on each floor a different view of the history of Antwerp and the harbor. It is an important piece economically and historically to the city. On the top floor, you have a 360-degree panorama view of the city and a restaurant. 



Our suggestion: bring some snacks and have a picnic at the promenade area by the MAS and see the sunset! If you need a picnic towel, you can request it at the museum entrance. MAS is 17 minutes away by foot, or you can take the bus number 17.

Image of "Museum aan de Stroom", a building with a large rectangular structure, with a glass and brick facade. In the background there are several buildings in the center of Antwerp.

Museum aan de Stroom

The river Schelde divides the city into two regions: the center and the Linkerover, where you have a privileged view of the city&#8217;s skyline. Back in 1931, the city decided to, instead of a bridge, build a tunnel only for pedestrians &#8211; and eventually, as of today, bikes. The Sint-Annatunnel keeps our traditional wooden escalators and is a very Instagrammable place! Worth the visit!

Image shows an escalator in a white building with red steps. The interior has an older feel, with woodwork in the center and pictures with wooden frames along the walls.

Sint-Annatunnel

After 11 years of renovations, the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp &#8211; known as KMSKA &#8211; is finally open! Besides its impressive architecture, the museum is home to 8,400 objects from the 14th to the 20th century, in special works of the master of the Flemish Baroque, Peter Paul Rubens! 



Located in the Zuid region of Antwerp, take the opportunity to visit the neighborhood and its trendy cafés and restaurants. To get there, take the tram in one direction, Zuid, and get out at station Antwerpen Montigny. From there, it is only a small 10-minute walk.

Pictured is the "Royal Museum of Fine Art of Antwerp". The building is large and white, with pillars and adornments. On top of the building there are four statues of galloping horses, as well as five flags. In front of the building there is water.

The Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

Double bed, desk, chair, mirror, orange wall

Entrance to guest kitchen, plants, chairs, table, vending machine, coffee machine

Double bed, seating area, balcony, ourdoor seating area

Lobby, seating area, table tennis, plants, PC

Lobby, seating area, plants, couch, table, pillows

Vending machine, coffee machine, seating area, chairs, table

Seating area, desk, chair, mirror, big window

Citybox Antwerp is an affordable design hotel,  just a few minutes walk from Antwerp Centraal.

The hotel offers no-queue self-service check-in, brightly designed rooms, heavenly beds, and complimentary WiFi access. Relax and socialize in our TV lounge, or prepare a light meal in our basic guest kitchen. Enjoy a delightful breakfast and small dishes at our partner café next to our lobby.

Citybox Antwerp isn't just a good place to retreat – it's your starting point for a memorable Antwerp adventure. 

Stay in the heart of Antwerp!

We really want you to enjoy your stay at Citybox! That's why every room has a extraordinary comfortable bed, a small desk and a modern bathroom with essentials like soap, shampoo and a hairdryer. Some rooms even feature a cozy seating area for relaxation. 

Your room includes:

A slightly larger double room with two single beds and a private ensuite bathroom.
Extra bed is available on request for EUR 20 per night.
Approx: 14m²

Double bed, big window, desk, chair, orange wall

Seating area, grey chairs, picture and mirror on the wall

Double bed, big window, chair, picture on the wall

A small double room with double bed and a private ensuite bathroom.
Approx: 15m²


Double bed, big window, orange wall, desk, chair

Double bed, desk, chair, mirror, big window

Standard double room with double bed, balcony, and a private ensuite bathroom.
Extra bed is available upon request for EUR 20,- per night.
Approx: 21m²


Seating area, desk, chairs, outdoor seating, balcony

Balcony, seating area, big window, double bed

Desk, chair, mirror, seating area, picture

Double bed, desk, chair, mirror, clothing rack, entrance to bathroom

Balcony, ourdoor seating area, chairs, table

Standard single room with single bed and a private ensuite bathroom.
Approx: 14m²


Single bed, orange wall, reading lamp, hallway, door

Single bed, big window, desk, chair, mirror, clothing rack

Single bed, desk, chair, mirror, coat rack

Standard family room with a double bed, bunk bed and a private ensuite bathroom.
Approx: 28m²


Bunk bed, desk, chair, mirror, orange wall

A slightly larger double room with two single beds and a private ensuite bathroom.
Extra bed is available upon request for EUR 20,- per night.
Approx: 15m²

Twin bed, orange wall, desk, chair, mirror

Double bed, desk, mirror, orange wall, door

Double bed, desk, chair, mirror, orange wall, clothing rack

Modern and minimalistic junior suite with fridge, TV, closet a large double bed, and a private ensuite bathroom.
Possibility for cot for EUR 12,5 per night.
Approx: 29m²


Double bed, balcony, outdoor seating area

Big windows, seating area, desk, chair, mirror, double bed

Antwerp

You can bring your furry family member for an extra 15€/150NOK per night; just let us know in advance. We can’t wait to have them stay with us! We do love all animals, but we must put a leash on it and stick to only one dog or cat per room.

Can I bring my dog?

Of course! Extra towels, a water kettle, and extra pillows are available in our Citybox Host Office on the ground floor.

Can I get extra towels?

For non-prepaid bookings, we gladly accept Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as payment options. However, please note that we do not accept American Express as a payment method for prepaid bookings.



Cash payment is accepted across all of our hotels, but you need a valid credit or debit card as a guarantee. This card doesn&#8217;t get charged (unless something unexpected happens); It&#8217;s primarily intended for security reasons.

Which payment options do you accept?

Yes! Our luggage storage is open for all guests before check-in and after check-out. Just ask our hosts at the hotel, and they will help you out!

Can I store my luggage at the hotel?

TVs can be found in the common room on the ground floor, alongside books, board games, and activities such as darts and table tennis. We do have free (and fast) Wi-Fi so you can stream Netflix in your room on your laptop or iPad!

Does my room have a TV?

We have free Wi-Fi for all our guests; no secret codes or passwords are required! Just connect and surf away.

Does your hotel have Wi-Fi?

After you book your stay, you will receive a booking confirmation, including a booking number. When you check in, type in your booking number on our check-in terminal, make your payment, and you will receive your key card and room number.



When checking out, type in your room number, and leave your key card in the box next to the terminal.



If you need any assistance, ask one of our hosts!

How do I check in and out?

Citybox is within walking distance from Antwerp Central Station – take the train from whichever airport you land in, and you can walk to the hotel from the train station in 5 minutes. The prices will vary depending on the season and availability.

How do I get to the hotel from the airport?

No need to worry about locking up when you head out; our doors automatically lock when you leave. To play it extra safe, you can also lock your door from the inside.

How do I lock my door?

First off; we are super happy that you’d like to book a stay with us! Unfortunately, you must be over 18 years old to check into Citybox without supervision. But don’t worry; we’ll be here waiting for you!&nbsp;

How old do I have to be to stay with you?

We may be budget-friendly, but we don’t skimp on the essentials! Leave your towels and sheets at home; we’ve got you covered.

Should I bring my own sheets? 

At Citybox Hotels, we believe in making sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. That’s why all our rooms are equipped with a comfy bed, a desk and chair, and a modern bathroom with soap, shampoo, and a hairdryer. Some of the rooms also have a small seating area for you to kick back and relax and make yourself at home.

What does my room include?

They are amazing, right? We get our beds from <a href="http://www.hildinganders.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.hildinganders.com</a> which usually only delivers to hotels. However, they carry different brands, and the Jensen bed would be equivalent to the beds we have at the hotel.

Where are the beds from?

Unfortunately, we don’t have our own parking facilities, but you can park in &#8220;Parking Antwerp Shopping&#8221; which is on the same street as the hotel. Happy parking!

Where can I park my car?

If you need to wash your clothes, there is a laundromat located on the second floor. Laundry detergent is included in the price and goes into the machine automatically. The price for one wash is €4, and 30 minutes in the dryer is €0,50. We accept card payments only.

Does your hotel have a laundry room?

Our partner café Grand Mangeur is ready to serve you a delicious breakfast! Their entrance is via our lobby, and they serve everything from fresh pastries to soups and bread.

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